Matthew - Day 6: Jesus' Response To Temptation
Part of Matthew—The King and His Kingdom
February 9, 2021

Matthew - Day 6: Jesus’ Response To Temptation

Temptation is constantly popping into our everyday lives; it’s inevitable. Whether you’re eye balling that extra piece of chocolate cake, or thinking about lying and calling in sick, temptation is there trying to creep into our heads and alter our motives. There are even times when Satan tries to misinterpret scripture to get us to fall into temptation; like he did with Adam and Eve. In today’s reading you will see how Jesus responded to temptation when face to face with the devil himself.

Read Matthew 4:1-11

Q: Describe Jesus’ physical and mental state while He was being tempted. Why is this important to keep in mind?

Q: What is the difference between the ways Jesus uses the Scripture and the way Satan uses it? Read the quoted passages and spot the differences.

Q: What does this passage reveal to us about Jesus’ character?

Q: What are some temptations that you are currently struggling with? What lies of the devil have attracted or tempted you?

Q: What observations can you make about the battle? Our enemy? God? Our role? Our mind?

Q: How can scripture help you to overcome temptation? Do you have a discipline of memorizing God’s word? How might a steady diet on the Word of God help you fight temptations better?

For Further Study: 1 John 2:15-17, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, James 1:13-15

Additionally, check out The Bible Recap on Matthew 4/Luke 4-5